Lebo Morake is a South African producer and composer, most well-known for composing the score for The Lion King, as well as conducting the African choir and performing on the soundtrack himself. He came to the United States in 1979 and attended Los Angeles City College. He was later introduced to Hans Zimmer, who recommended him for The Lion King. The iconic Zulu chant won Lebo and Zimmer a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals.